Journey to Juneteenth: Reaching Back to Move Forward
- When: Monday, June 19, 2023, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: West lawn of Alachua County Administration Building (12 SE First St.) & Bo Diddley Plaza, Gainesville, FL
- Cost: FREE
Beginning at 10 am, community members will gather for the unveiling of the Sankofa statue, honoring the late local historian, Dr. Patricia Hilliard-Nunn.
A drum procession, featuring West African drummer Mohamed DaCosta and the Core Drum Ensemble, will lead attendees to Bo Diddley Plaza (111 E. University Ave.), and you’ll enjoy listening to local history and history about Juneteenth, a musical performance by 1000s of Voices Florida and concert by Let’s Ride Brass Band, as well as a motorcycle parade.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
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